BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Willie Pep, the legendary defensive fighter, continues to live on, even years after his passing. His legacy has been immortalized in Hartford, Connecticut, with a stunning mural showcasing his boxing prowess. The artist behind this masterpiece, Corey Pane, devoted three days to completing the artwork, ensuring that every detail captured the
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- The official weigh-ins have been completed for the upcoming super bantamweight clash set to take place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Unified 122-pound champion Naoya Inoue weighed in at 122 pounds, the heaviest of his career, while his opponent, Australian-based Irishman TJ Doheny, came in slightly lighter at 121.5
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Edgar Berlanga seems to be setting himself up for failure by claiming that he is going to “shock the world” by defeating the superstar Canelo Alvarez. Given Berlanga’s less than impressive performances in his recent fights, it is hard to believe that he is truly ready for such a challenge. His
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Manager Rick Mirigian’s belief that Devin Haney would embarrass Ryan Garcia in their rematch on a “level playing field” raises questions about Haney’s past behavior. Haney has been known to rehydrate significantly for his fights at higher weight classes, making him appear much larger than his opponents. This has earned him
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- As TJ Doheny prepares to face the formidable Naoya Inoue, the odds are stacked against him. Inoue, known as “Monster,” is a force to be reckoned with in the super bantamweight division. Despite Doheny’s impressive track record of five wins in Japan, he faces the ultimate challenge of his career with
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Eduardo ‘Sugar’ Nunez’s recent victory against Miguel Marriaga was not as straightforward as many had anticipated. Despite Marriaga’s decline in performance in recent years, the Colombian fighter surprised fans by coming out strong in the initial rounds. While Nunez is known for his knockout power, Marriaga’s resilience and ability to land
In a recent statement, promoter Eddie Hearn expressed his desire to find an opponent for Diego Pacheco that would assist him in “bridging the gap” and preparing him for a potential fight against unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez. After Pacheco’s impressive victory over Maciej Sulecki, Hearn emphasized the importance of not rushing the 23-year-old
Diego Pacheco, the #1 ranked WBO super middleweight contender, demonstrated calculated aggression and tactical brilliance in his recent fight against Maciej Sulecko. Standing at an impressive 6’4″, Pacheco initially utilized his jab and right hands to control the action against the experienced 35-year-old Sulecko. However, the fight quickly turned into a back-and-forth exchange as Sulecko
In a night that will go down in the books of boxing history, ‘Sugar’ Cain Sandoval showcased his dominance over veteran Ramiro Duno in a brutal display of power at Chumash Casino Resort. Sandoval’s record of 14-0, with 12 knockouts, speaks volumes to his skill and determination in the ring. From the moment the bell
Terence Crawford’s decision to vacate his WBA welterweight title has paved the way for Eimantas Stanionis to ascend to the new WBA welterweight champion. This change in the 147-lb division could potentially benefit IBF champ Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis if he chooses to remain at welterweight and aims to become undisputed. However, it seems unlikely that
Diego Pacheco, with an impressive record of 21-0 and 17 knockouts, is set to face Maciej Sulecki, who holds a record of 32-2 with 12 knockouts. This twelve-round mini-test is expected to be a thrilling match-up at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Los Angeles. The event is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m.
The untimely passing of boxing legend Rocky Marciano at the age of 45 in a fatal plane crash left the boxing world in mourning. Marciano, with a perfect 49-0 record, had plans to venture into the business world with the Petronelli brothers and potentially change the course of history. The collaboration between Marciano and the
Diego Pacheco and Maciej Sulecki both made weight for their upcoming 12-round headliner fight at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. Pacheco weighed in at 168 lbs, while Sulecki came in slightly lighter at 167.4 lbs. This sets the stage for an intriguing match-up between the undefeated prospect and the experienced veteran. Promoter
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Terence Crawford, a seasoned boxer with an impressive track record of 41 wins and 0 losses, finds himself at a crucial juncture in his career. His recent fights against Israil Madrimov and Errol Spence Jr. have left fans and critics questioning his ability to compete at the highest level. While Crawford
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- The highly anticipated unification fight between IBF welterweight champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and WBO champ Brian Norman Jr is now off the table. Promoter Eddie Hearn has announced that Ennis will either defend his title against Karen Chukhadzhian or vacate and move up to the 154-pound weight class. This news has
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Eddie Hearn expressed uncertainty regarding potential discussions between Canelo Alvarez and Turki Alalshikh about a fight with Terence Crawford in 2025. Hearn revealed that Turki was disappointed when Canelo declined to meet with him to discuss a match-up with Crawford. The Mexican superstar Canelo was focused on his upcoming title defense